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HTC Vive Pro - 4.5 / 5
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Headset and hardware improvements
- USB-C 3.0 input DisplayPort 1.2 connection Bluetooth connectivity Dual front-facing cameras
Visuals and immersion
2800 x 1600 pixels (1400 x 1600 per eye) 615ppi with 110-degree field of view Dual AMOLED 3.5-inch displays 90Hz refresh rate
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Headphones and audio quality
Hi-Res certified headphones High impedance headphone support Improved spatial sound Dual built-in microphones
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Comfort and fit changes
Lighter than the original New strap system with easy adjustment wheel Improved center of gravity
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System requirements
- Processor: Intel Core i5-4590 or AMD FX 8350 or better Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX1060 or AMD Radeon RX480 or better Memory: 4 GB RAM or more Video out: DisplayPort 1.2 or newer USB ports: 1x USB 3.0 or newer Operating system: Windows 8.1 or later
To recap
The HTC Vive Pro includes a number of different design improvements that potentially make it a worthwhile upgrade for current HTC Vive owners. It’s more comfortable, easier to use, features stunning visuals and much better sound, but it also comes with a hefty price tag.
